4 Popular Basque Symbols & Their Meanings

Lauburu Basque Cross symbol

The Basque Country is a region with a unique and distinct heritage built up over the centuries, and that’s evident in the popular Basque symbols.  The region has the last remaining pre-Indo-European language (Euskara) that dates back to prehistoric Europe. It’s also a place of unique traditions and culture. They are still evident today in … Read more

The Basque Flag

Couple holding the basque flag

Whenever I have friends around who’ve never been to the Basque Country before, they always ask what the Basque flag is. If you’ve been on a trip to the Basque Country, it’s likely that you’ll have seen the red, green and white flag dotted around in various places and wondered what it is too.  Whilst … Read more

6 Best burger spots in San Sebastian

Va Bene restaurant in San Sebastian

In a city famous for its culinary offering, it’s only natural that there are a number of places that serve up amazing burgers in San Sebastian.  But, we like to do things a little differently here.  Firstly, a number of pintxo bars offer mini-burgers on their menus, which are well worth a try. But also, … Read more

Best bars in San Sebastian

Convent Garden bar in San Sebastian

As you wander through the city, you’ll realise that there are a lot of bars in San Sebastian.  A place that’s famous for its food culture, Donostiarras (people from San Sebastian) demand plenty of options for going for a drink and a bite to eat.  The reality is that you can’t go wrong with most … Read more

Best Hostels in San Sebastian

A Room in the City Hostel in San Sebastian

It’s no hidden secret that accommodation in Donostia can get a little expensive. But perhaps less commonly known is that there are some amazing hostels in San Sebastian.  They are perfectly set up for people travelling solo, travellers who want to meet new people, or those that are just looking for more budget options in … Read more

Best hotels in San Sebastian

View from the sea facing rooms in the hotel londres de inglattera in San Sebastian

If you’re looking for the best hotels in San Sebastian, then you’ve come to the right place.  It’s no hidden secret that accommodation in Donostia can get a little expensive, particularly on peak weekends when there are events on the calendar.  For that reason, we’ve split this guide into the three sections, covering the best … Read more

Vizcaya Bridge in Bilbao

View of the Vizcaya Bridge in the Ria Bilbao

The Vizcaya Bridge in Bilbao, or Puente Colgante (Hanging Bridge in Spanish) as it’s popularly known, is an impressive structure well worth a visit on a trip to the city.  Standing high above the estuary of the River Nervión, the bridge is one of the Basque Country’s most renowned icons.  In this article, we’ll run … Read more

La Ribera Market Bilbao

Ribera Market in Bilbao

Bilbao and the Basque Country are both well known for delicious food.  Did you know that there are 11 Michelin Stars in Bilbao? But despite this, one of the best places to indulge in some of the city’s best food is at the La Ribera Market.  Open every day of the week (apart from Sundays) … Read more

Michelin Star Restaurants in Bilbao

Andra Mari Michelin star restaurant in Bilbao

The Basque Country is famous for its culinary excellence, and Bilbao is no different.  The city is known for its great seafood, meat, pintxos and traditional Basque dishes. But it’s also home to some of the best restaurants in the world.  There are 13 Michelin Stars in Bilbao (within 30km of the city centre). That’s … Read more